FASSTRACK ASIA: THE SUMMER SCHOOL 2024 (01 – 19 JULY 2024) – NUS Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

FASSTRACK ASIA: THE SUMMER SCHOOL 2025
03 – 18 JULY 2025

Enjoy an unforgettable summer at NUS.

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Discover the complexities of Asia from The Lion City.
Learn inside and outside the classroom with on-campus events and off-campus field trips.
Travel, study, and forge lifelong friendships with peers from all around the world.

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Application for FASStrack Asia: Summer School 2025 Opens Mid-January!

Discover the Magic of Asia with FASStrack Asia: The Summer School 2025 at the National University of Singapore's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS)!

Imagine immersing yourself in the heart of Singapore, one of the world's most modern and dynamic cities. As a premier institution in the heart of Asia, NUS consistently ranks among the top universities globally, delivering a high-quality, internationally-focused education.

FASS, with a rich history spanning over 90 years, stands as one of NUS's largest faculties, offering a comprehensive education in humanities, social sciences, and Asian studies. Our faculty boasts hundreds of esteemed professors and lecturers, each deeply passionate about their fields, and they bring this dedication and expertise to every FASStrack Asia course.

With Asia's rapid growth taking center stage globally, our summer program harnesses our research excellence in the region, providing students with a profound understanding of various Asian-related topics. Over three immersive weeks, you'll attend in-person classes, engage in dynamic discussions, and learn from leading academic experts in your chosen field. FASStrack Asia offers a perfect blend of courses and local field trips to ensure a holistic summer experience.

FASStrack Asia welcomes not only NUS students but also students from universities worldwide, fostering cultural exchange and program diversity. Join us in July 2025 for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Asia at FASStrack Asia: The Summer School.

Get ready to unlock new horizons with us!

**APPLY FOR FASStrack**

Admission Criteria

Admission Criteria

A. NUS Students

B. Non-NUS / International Students

Admission Criteria:

No CAP restriction, open to all NUS students.

Admission Criteria:

Current university student
(Pre-U/high school students are not eligible to participate)

Supporting Documents Required:

Softcopy of Passport
Softcopy of Student Status Letter
(this letter should state that you are a current student registered at another university and your student status needs to be valid at least until end of FASStrack period)

Note: Submission of above-mentioned documents is only required upon acceptance of offer.

Courses & Credits

Courses for FASStrack Asia 2024

All courses are taught on-site (no online option) and conducted in English.
Courses are graded based on 100% Continuous Assessment (CA) without final examination.
Each course is worth 4 units, which may be equivalent to a 3-credit hour course under the North American credit system or 6 ECTS under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System. Please contact your home university for credit recognition of NUS courses.
All courses will have 3-hours seminars from Tuesday – Friday during the 3-weeks programme. Hence, each course has a total of 36 contact hours.
Classes will be held either in the AM or PM session. Local field trips may be held during class hours.
NUS and local students can read up to 2 courses, one from each session.
For NUS students, FAS-coded courses can only fulfil Unrestricted Electives (UE).
International students can only read 1 course.
FASStrack reserves the right to cancel the course if there is insufficient enrolment to start the class.
Click on the respective course title for detailed syllabus.
Please refer to this link for your class schedule and venue: https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FT24_ClassSchedule.pdf

AM Session: 10am – 1pm
S/N	Discipline	Course Code	Course Title	Remarks
1	Communications and New Media	NM3217	Principles of Visual Communication Design	Class Full
2	Communications and New Media	NM3242	Organisational Communication and Leadership
3	Economics	EC2880A	Topics in Economics: The Rise and Fall of Great Cities	Class Full
4	Economics	EC2880C	Topics in Economics: Introduction to Foreign Exchange	Class Full
5	Global Studies	FAS2882C	Media in Global Contexts
6	History	GES1011/ GESS1009	The Evolution of a Global City State
	~~Psychology~~	~~FAS2882D~~	~~An Introduction to Psychology Through Illusion~~	Class is cancelled.
7	Sociology	FAS2882G	Cross-Cultural Dialogue: A Global Perspective
8	Sociology	SC2212	Sociology of Deviance
9	Sociology	SC2216	Emotions and Social Life

PM Session: 2pm – 5pm
S/N	Department	Course Code	Course Title	Remarks
1	Communications and New Media	NM3217	Principles of Visual Communication Design	Class Full
2	Communications and New Media	NM3230	Digital Storytelling
3	Economics	FAS2882A	The Chinese Economy: Institutions and Policies	Class Full
4	Geography	FAS2882B	Influence of Migration on Landscapes of Singapore
5	Psychology	FAS2882E	Social Psychology, You, and Me
6	Psychology	PL1101E	Introduction to Psychology
	~~Sociology~~	~~SC2211~~	~~Medical Sociology~~	Class is cancelled.
7	Anthropology	AN2205	Food and Foodways
8	Southeast Asian Studies	SE2218	Changing Economic Landscape of Southeast Asia

Fees

NUS Students

Non-NUS / International Students

Please refer to the Undergraduate Tuition Fees per Annum document for Special Term Fees. You may refer to Office of the University Registrar website for more details.

On-campus stay is optional, but recommended as part of the summer school experience. Please refer to the table below for accommodation fees.

(i) Non-Exchange (Fee-Paying)

If you are coming under a non-exchange arrangement, the programme fee of S$3,580 will apply, together with all other costs.

On-campus stay is optional, but recommended as part of the summer school experience. Please refer to the table below for accommodation fees.

For international students, please note that the above costs do not include return airfare and personal expenses.

(ii) Exchange (By Invitation Only)

For selected international students who are nominated by their home university under an exchange arrangement with NUS, a miscellaneous fee will be charged.

On-campus stay is optional, but recommended as part of the summer school experience. Please refer to the table below for accommodation fees.

Summary of Costs (Applicable to NUS & Non-NUS Students)

COSTS (all denoted in Singapore dollars)
	NUS Students	Non-NUS / International Students
Application Fee	Waived for NUS students.	A one-time non-refundable application fee of $109 will be payable upon submission of application.
Programme Fee	Please refer to relevant Special Term Tuition Fees.	Non-Graduating Non-Exchange Students (Non-NUS, Fee-Paying Students) $3,580 Note: Programme fee includes tuition fee and miscellaneous fee Non-Graduating Exchange Students (Non-NUS, by invitation only) $90 Note: Miscellaneous fee only
On-Campus Accommodation Fee (Optional)	Period of stay: 1 Jul 25 - 19 July 25 Fixed fee for 18 nights = $1050.00 Meals are not included. No extension of stay is allowed. Fee is inclusive of 9% GST. Fee is fixed even if you choose to check-in after 1 Jul or check-out before 19 Jul. Accommodation fee is payable upon acceptance of offer.

Accommodation

Stay on campus where the
fun never ends.

Reside in a fully furnished single 1-bedroom alongside your peers.

Feel at home with internet, shared kitchenette and laundry rooms.

Bond with your neighbours at shared communal facilities in your living spaces.

Access other areas of campus with direct and frequent internal shuttle buses.

*For illustrative purposes only.

Summary of Costs

Students can check in from 2pm on 1 Jul 2025 and must check out by 12pm on 19 July 2025. There will be a Welcome Lunch and Registration Session on 3 Jul 2025. Social activities will also be organized during the summer school, such as local tours in Singapore on Monday/Saturday, and a Farewell Dinner on 18 July 2025.

COSTS (all denoted in Singapore dollars)		Remarks
On-Campus Accommodation**	Fixed Fee for 18 nights (i.e. 1 Jul 25 - 19 Jul 25) = $1050.00	Meals are not included. Rooms only come with bed sheet, pillow with pillowcase, blanket, free wi-fi and weekly housekeeping service with linen change. No extension of stay is allowed. Fee is inclusive of 9% GST. Fee is fixed even if you choose to check-in after 1 Jul or check-out before 19 Jul. Accommodation fee is payable upon acceptance of offer. Please click here for more information on the accommodation

**Accommodation costs are the same for International and NUS students who wish to stay on-campus.

Programme Schedule

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

APPLICATION MATTERS

1. How long does it take to process my online application?

2. Are there any scholarships or financial assistance for NUS students and international students who are interested in FASStrack?

3. I have participated in previous FASStrack programmes. Can I still enroll for the programme?

4. I'm an international student. Do I need to apply for student visa or tourist visa on my own?

COURSE MATTERS

5. Can I switch courses after application?

6. Can I transfer units to my home university?

ACCOMMODATION MATTERS

7. Is the on-campus accommodation compulsory?

8. Does the accommodation cost include meal plan?

9. My family and friends are visiting me in Singapore. Can they stay in my room at UTown?

ANSWERS

1. How long does it take to process my online application?

You will receive an email with your offer around end-March to mid-April 2024. You are required to reply to that email to confirm your place in the choice of course(s) you have selected.

2. Are there any scholarships or financial assistance for NUS students and international students who are interested in FASStrack?

There are no scholarships or financial assistance offered for both NUS and international students at the moment. International students may check with their home universities if there are any scholarships or grants they may apply to for summer school programmes.

3. I have participated in previous FASStrack programmes. Can I still enrol for the programme?

Yes, as long as you are reading different courses from those you have read previously.

4. I'm an international student. Do I need to apply for student visa or tourist visa on my own?

Kindly note that no Student Pass will be applied for international students.

It is the student's responsibility to check if he/she requires a visa to enter Singapore. You may check if you require an Entry Visa to Singapore on ICA's website.

5. Can I switch courses after application?

Change of course is on a case-to-case basis, subject to availability before FASStrack starts. Please email your request to studyabroadfass@nus.edu.sg.

6. Can I transfer units to my home university?

For NUS students, units and grades for the courses read during FASStrack Summer School will be counted towards your graduation requirements and Grade Point Average (GPA).

For international students, please kindly check the credit/unit transfer process with your respective home university.

Results are usually released in mid-August and all students can check their results on Edurec. International students will receive their official electronic transcript in September via their personal email address as recorded in Edurec. Hardcopy of transcript is also available upon application and charges will apply.

7. Is the on-campus accommodation compulsory?

No, the on-campus accommodation is optional for NUS and international students. For international students, it is optional if you are able to find your own accommodation in Singapore for the entire 3-weeks programme.

8. Does the accommodation cost include meal plan?

No, meal plan is not available during school vacation and summer school programmes. There are several dining options in UTown and around NUS for students to choose from.

9. My family and friends are visiting me in Singapore. Can they stay in my hostel room at NUS?

Due to space constraint and security reasons, no sharing of rooms are allowed.

FASSTRACK ASIA: THE SUMMER SCHOOL 2025 03 – 18 JULY 2025

FASSTRACK ASIA: THE SUMMER SCHOOL 2025
03 – 18 JULY 2025